GRADER OPERATOR

Route Management; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled Grader Operator to effectively operate motor graders for road construction and maintenance. The ideal candidate must have a valid grader operator certification and at least 2-3 years of experience with motor graders. Responsibilities include reading project plans, conducting equipment inspections, and ensuring work quality meets safety standards. This position requires good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of proven experience operating motor graders.
• Ability to read grade stakes and work to specifications.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor graders to spread, level, and grade earth, gravel, and other materials.
• Read and interpret project plans, specifications, and grade stakes.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance.

Skills

Motor grader operation

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Valid grader operator certification/license

Valid driver's license

Tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Grader Operator to join our team for road construction and maintenance projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor graders to spread, level, and grade earth, gravel, and other materials for road construction and maintenance


• Read and interpret project plans, specifications, and grade stakes


• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance


• Ensure work meets quality standards and safety requirements


• Work collaboratively with site supervisors and ground crews

Requirements

• Valid grader operator certification/license


• Minimum 2-3 years of proven experience operating motor graders


• Ability to read grade stakes and work to specifications


• Strong understanding of safety protocols and regulations


• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team


• Valid driver's license


• Additional heavy equipment operation experience